White Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad
Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this White Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad is a quick and healthy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Combining creamy white beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onions, this salad is brought to life with a tangy dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a herby brightness that ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is an ideal side dish, light lunch, or refreshing base for grilled proteins. Packed with plant-based protein and nutrients, it’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Make it ahead of time and let the flavors meld for an even tastier experience! Perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or anytime you're craving a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 15 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed white beans, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and tomato mixture. Gently toss the salad to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour for a chilled version.
Give the salad one final toss before serving. Enjoy as a side dish, light lunch, or even under grilled protein for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2243 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2077 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
